Firecracker is about an abusive brother that terrorizes his family and others in a small Kansas town. The results are devastating to the family. The film is normally in black and white but switches to color during emotional scenes, which is meant to add to the drama and visual effects. While the acting is good, the screen play is a little bit of a yawner. There is a subplot about a roving carnival and an abusive owner who beats and disfigures his woman of choice. I really didn't take the time to understand the connection because the film was too thick with metaphor. Based on actual events, its understandable why this story was buried back when it happened. It's hard to imagine the abusive wack jobs depicted back in those innocent Andy Griffith days.
Review of Firecracker
